9 best body hair trimmers and grooming tools for men 2024
Guys, keeping yourself well-groomed is a no-brainer. We’ve found plenty of trimmers and tools that make it a breeze, no matter what style of manscaping you’re going for.
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Body hair is a bit like the guests at your house party – totally welcome until that point
when you just want them gone.
And not everyone feels the same when a get-together is winding down. You may
want some guests to stick around, while others you never want to see again.
Just so, when it comes to body hair removal, we guys each have very different
needs and expectations. But whether you’re a hirsute Harry, or a clean-cut Ken,
there are plenty of appliances out there to come to your aid.
Here’s a rundown of the best tools to keep you trimmed, or more!
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What’s the best way to shave or trim my hair?
Can I use a beard trimmer for body hair?
BEST OVERALL BODY TRIMMERS
Philips Multigroom Series 7000 14-in-1 Trimmer, $134, at Bing Lee
What You Need To Know
It’s showerproof, with up to five hours’ cordless run time. The 14 tools that it comes with give you plenty of options as to how you want to style yourself. The DualCut
technology makes trimming quick and efficient. Want a precise face shave? Tick. An easy-to-use body trimmer? Tick.
With attachments for nasal trimming and eight combs for every other need, it’s a great investment for all your grooming concerns. As one online review commented:
“It’s sharp, accurate and versatile.” While another remarked, “this made ultra fast work of trimming my stubbly beard.”
And you’ll be the one doing the transforming… into one suave gentleman.
Wahl Beard & Stubble Trimmer, $49.95 at Myer
What You Need To Know
Use the seven guide combs to establish the exact length of your beard, or, even easier, the Acculock guide comb works across the blade and can be adjusted to any of six positions that range from 2-12mm.
This handy appliance is also useful for shaping and trimming moustaches and sideburns for all the hip gents out there. (It’s BYO sleeve tattoo, though.)
MANSCAPED The Lawn Mower 5.0 ULTRA Groin & Body Hair Trimmer, $169.99 at Amazon
What You Need To Know
The dual head system and trademarked SkinSafe blades on this trimmer are ideal for sensitive zones, and the some LEDs that illuminate the areas you’re dealing with are a really nice (and helpful) touch.
It’s waterproof so can be used in the shower, and it also does double duty as a body trimmer so you can neaten up chest, armpits, arms and legs while you’re at it for a complete body makeover.
OLOV Electric Groin Hair Trimmer, $73.95 at Amazon
What you need to know
You can also use it on your body as well, and, as it’s designed to tackle the hardiest hairs near your tackle, it’s got plenty of power where it counts. An interesting touch: the soft ceramic blades are not just for show, they’re made to avoid any pulling or cutting.
BEST AFFORDABLE BODY TRIMMER
Remington G3 Graphite Series Multi Groomer, $49.95 at Myer
Remington G3 Graphite Series Multi Groomer
What You Need To Know
A solid piece of kit. Six attachments allow you to pick the style of grooming you’re feeling. Adjustable combs give you the choice between 2-20mm for beard and hair trimming, so you can go for rock-star shorn in summer to sexy-grizzly in winter.
And the trimmer takes care of the finer details so you can keep those pesky nasal, ear and eyebrow hairs (which don’t care what season it is) totally under control.
ConairMan The All Rounder VSM837A, on sale $56 (down from $64.95) at Myer
Conair Man The All Rounder
What You Need To Know
Adjust the comb to create the perfect level of drop-dead-hot stubble, and it’s totally waterproof so you can use your shower time as your prep time before you take on the world. Use the foil shaver to really bare all, and the 32mm trimming blade if you just want to tame your beard and body hair.
BEST PREMIUM BODY TRIMMER
What You Need To Know
More reasons to invest – the various combs and attachments will take care of everything from nasal to body hair. An included Gillette Fusion 5 ProGlide razor allows you to make sure your face is as perfect as the rest of you.
The uber-sharp ProBlade technology is made to go the distance, and it comes with an impressive 100 minutes of cordless runtime, and the included case keeps everything contained with the sort of style that would make James Bond proud.
BEST IPL
Philips Lumea Prestige IPL Hair Removal Device, $719, Harvey Norman
What You Need To Know
The Philips Lumea Prestige is the IPL device you should reach for, not least because of its ray gun-shaped body (we see you striking that Han Solo pose, no judgment).
But in all seriousness, this cordless wonder can read your skin type and adjust the light needed accordingly. Patience is also a virtue, following the suggested usage Philips says can lead to approximately six months of hair-free happiness. (Just note that IPL doesn’t work on all skin or hair types, so check before investing.)
BEST WAX FOR MANSCAPING
Wax Necessities Barbero Depilatory Hard Wax for Men 410ml, $38.47, at Amazon
What You Need To Know
It’s Italian made, and designed for blokes – it’s formulated to remove the toughest, hardiest hairs, but leave your skin feeling top of the world.
And the dark metallic colour of the wax just emphasises that this is serious hair-controlling business going on.
Plus, it comes in a very macho-looking tin as well. We’re sold.
WHAT’S THE BEST WAY TO SHAVE OR TRIM MY HAIR?
There’s a reason that so many of the appliances here are shower- or waterproof. Trimming in the shower keeps the area you’re treating clean and washes away hairs. However, for some guys it’s harder to focus on specific areas when water is pummeling you, so try a warm shower beforehand to help soften hairs. And then rinse them away after.
For longer hairs, it’s a good idea to trim manually first before using a shaver or trimmer, to avoid clogging up the blades.
Another good tip: Go slow! And heed the rule of thumb this writer was taught in high-school woodworking class – you can always take off more, but you can’t put it back!
If you’re using a new appliance, and especially if you’re trimming your pubic region, take your time and be gentle.
CAN I USE A BEARD TRIMMER FOR BODY HAIR?
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This is not advisable as the two processes require different kinds of blades, and body trimmers are designed to tackle tougher hairs. These worlds are best kept separate.
However, as we’ve seen above, many appliances come with different attachments and combs for different body areas. They do this for a reason – so stick with the right ones for what you’re dealing with.
Cameron Bayley is a lifestyle journalist who has worked across fashion, grooming and style during his 15-plus years in publishing, creating content for brands such as Myer and Westfield. He’s been published in the Sydney Morning Herald, Men’s Style and Manuscript, among others, and keeps a discerning eye across everything sartorially related.
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